I took the kids to the park yesterday and took my new Nikon to try to capture some random shots. Of course I tried to take 'natural' images of the kids by trying to 'snap' photo's when they didn't see me, but sometimes it was hard to hide; after all with a big ole telephoto lens I'm sure mom wasn't that inconspicuous. :)
This first picture is such a simple photo, but my favorite. It shows the classic art of kids playing in the dirt, having a blast. I liked that I was able to capture the dirt falling through 'Jewels' hands.
I love this image too. I tried to use a lens technique I recently learned about bringing the focus to my son (on the baby swing) with my daughter blurred a little in the backdrop. I still have a lot to learn.
This one was adorable capturing Jewel laughing.
'Happy' was playing 'Hide 'N Seek', though I'm not sure with who; Jewel was on the swingset....
This image I laid on the ground to snap. All I was thinking was 'Please don't slam into my camera, please don't slam into my camera....'
'Happy' was aiming at throwing a rock towards some birds. (Of course I wouldn't actually allow him to hit or hurt one.)
"Did I throw far enough???"
"Aw, YES! Perfect mark! Daddy would be so proud!"
Jewel and Happy on the 'Bee Bouncer'
Shoes lyin' around for the rest of the afternoon while the kids played.
Great pictures...you are doing well with your new camera...isn't it fabulous?
ReplyDeleteHey Mimi,
ReplyDeleteYes, I do love this camera. I'm hoping to buy Photoshop really soon.
Your camera and children continue to bless my days! Thank you for capturing the joy of childhood and the sheer bliss of mommyness for all of us. I truly enjoy your blog, it refreshes my mommy heart.
ReplyDeleteKeep writing, the world is reading,
Sarah Dawn
Great photos thanks for sharing. Good luck with your new camera!
ReplyDeleteDawn
Thanks Sarah Dawn. I enjoy your site so much too. I'm about to email yu a little video that was sent to me....
ReplyDeleteThanks Dawn....I was viewing your blog earlier today and love the boutique designs you have....very adorable and precious!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the follow and for sending prayers to Manic Mother.
ReplyDeleteHave a great evening! ;)
Dawn
I use photoshop elements 7 and I really do not like it yet. Very difficult. Gotta either take a class or have lots of time to play. I use Picnik.com to do quick fixes. it is free and the easiest editing ever.
ReplyDeleteSarah,
ReplyDeleteYou are definitely getting the hang of that camera! Glad to see you enjoying it so much!
I love the photo of them on the bug together!
Hugs and love,
Jill
I love your pictures and going to the park! Just stopping by from mom bloggers!!
ReplyDeleteThe pics are beautiful...you have a talent for really capturing the joy of their childhoods!!
ReplyDeleteMy kids see the camera and they usually run the opposite away from me (unless they're the ones taking pics!)
I think your photos are great. If only I would remember to take a camera with us when we go out.
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